Healthcare Dover, DE Pop. 39,403

Physical Therapist Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median physical therapist salary in Dover, DE is $95,766 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 4.9% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$95,766
vs State Avg
$-4,886
vs National
$-1,954
Cost of Living
96%

Physical Therapist Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $66,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $125,440 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$66,640
$-1,360 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$96,040
$-1,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$125,440
$-2,560 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $65,464
25th Percentile $78,596
Median (50th) $95,766
75th Percentile $114,072
90th Percentile $127,596

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$104,560
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$101,629
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$98,697
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$97,720
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Dover

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. Dover and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Manual TherapyExercise PrescriptionPatient AssessmentRehabilitationAnatomyDocumentation

Job Outlook

Nationally, physical therapist employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Dover may vary based on local industry and population growth.